Category Archives: Brand/ Designer

Steffy – Combat Boots (9.2.12)

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Look: Steffy - Combat Boots (9.2.12)
I’ve had a lot of requests for these boots that Steffy is wearing, so I thought I’d better make a post. These lace up boots are more combat style (think Doc Martens) vs the classic ‘motorcycle’ boots you would normally see (square toe, buckles), but then again don’t we just love how Steffy goes against the norm anyhow? The boots she is wearing look like they may be from the JMW closet, but I’m not sure. These Tory Burch ones look pretty close to The Real Deal. Tory Burch? Let me tell you I would never have thought to look up ‘combat boots’ = ‘Tory Burch’, ever. But ‘me’ = ‘always right’, never. So here you go, plus a couple of similar versions including a fantastic Reader Find from our stylish reader Debbie. Thanks!
Purchase Opportunity 1

Available at CUSP: Tory Burch combat boots, $525
Purchase Opportunity 2

Available at Shopbop.com: Ash Roses lace up boots, $325
Reader Find

Purchase Opportunity 3

Available at Loehmann’s: lace up combat boots, $47.99

Steffy – Printed Pants (9.4.12)

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Look: Steffy - Printed Pants (9.4.12)
Well Steffy didn’t exactly diffuse the situation with $Bill did she? That’s okay she’s wearing her rebellious outfit today. We first saw these pants worn by Steffy here back in January. They are from the Isabel Marant fall 2011 RTW collection, and sorry, no longer available. These aztec print leggings below were the closest I could find.
The Real Deal

Purchase Opportunity 1

Available at : Isabel Marant Fall 2011 RTW, Sorry Not Available
Purchase Opportunity 2

Available at Topshop: Aztec print leggings, $40

Steffy – Shoulder Detail Blazer (9.4.12)

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Look: Steffy - Shoulder Detail Blazer (9.4.12)
I saw quite a few versions of this jacket either in the fall mags or in my sleep, I can’t remember which. In any case, what do you think of this type of shoulder detail? This puff shoulder has a kind of throwback whimsical edge to it, kind of like the ‘tude Steffy has right now. I think we are going to see some very classic throwback Steffy behavior soon. Here is a version of the jacket if you like it:
Purchase Opportunity 1

Available at Zara: Shoulder Detail Blazer, $99

Caroline – White Blouse & Mini Skirt (9.4.12)

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Look: Caroline - White Wrap Blouse (9.4.12)

I can’t believe Caroline is going to get dusted. Maybe not? Maybe some Rick revenge?  She’s certainly wearing a ‘screw you I’m hot, yet classy’ outfit, not a ‘lurk in the shadows outfit’ like’s she’s doing. Ah she’s smart, she’s just gathering intel. Then look the f out Thomas. Anyhooo… Here’s the blouse and the mini.

The Real Deal

Purchase Opportunity 1

Available at Piperlime: Joie silk blouse, $139
The Real Deal

Purchase Opportunity 2

Available at Planet Blue: sylk mini skirt, $115

Hope – Paisley & Chambray (9.4.12)

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Look: Hope - Paisley & Chambray (9.4.12)
How does Hope pull off vandalism as adorablz? Well, I do declare, I like this current outfit mix better than before with this J Crew skirt we first saw back here in June. (Remember the neon sweater?). And we saw this classic chambray style shirt here at the end of May with that bright A line mini and the tie. Unfortunately the skirt is sold out. Sorry. If you are looking for a chambray shirt staple, here’s one below

The Real Deal

Purchase Opportunity 1

Available at J Crew: Raj Paisley Skirt, $138
Purchase Opportunity 2

Available at Nordstrom: Olive Moon chambray shirt, $58

Brooke – Blue Pocketed Blouse (8.30.12)

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Look: Brooke - Blue Pocketed Blouse (8.30.12)
At least someone got to change on this 3rd wedding attempt day. Did Brooke have time to get her hair done too, because this color looks stunning on her with her blond hair. What a great blouse. This is great transition piece to take you into fall. It has some totally fall on-trend elements; the bright cobalt blue, the military details (the shoulder epaulettes). And when it gets colder, thrown on a blazer, a leather jacket, or a long sweater with some lace up boots. Oh and raven haired gals will look just as amazing in this color. Thumbs up. Did I mention those grey tone pants still make this look summer appropriate? They do.
The Real Deal

Purchase Opportunity 1

Available at Joie: Joie Marlo Blouse, $218
Purchase Opportunity 2

Available at Revolve Clothing: BCBG Maxazria pocket blouse, $158

Steffy – Ruffle Dress (8.21.12)

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Look: Steffy - Ruffle Dress (8.21.12)

If you read my previous Steffy post, then I don’t need to go into the whole ensemble. The dress is a little more complex than a simple flirty summer dress. It has a draped, pleated V neck over the shoulders with the fabric which ends at a high waisted fitted elasticized skirt…which itself ends in a cute kick ruffle. Now Steffy’s dress has a fun muted tone print on it, but I am almost certain this dress is the Horai dress by Isabel Marant (which is sold out). The Horai dress I did find on ebay has no print but the same structure. I found a couple others that had similar styling and prints:

Purchase Opportunity 1

Available at ebay: Isabel Marant Horai Dress (NWT), $499
Purchase Opportunity 2

Available at Luis AviaRoma: Isabel Marant Silk Pleated Dress, $1,088
Purchase Opportunity 3

Available at ASOS: Elizabeth Mink Dress, $64

Steffy – Leather Lapel Blazer (8.21.12)

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This outfit is a perfect example of how to transition your wardrobe from summer into fall. I’m pretty sure this blazer was Zara 2011, but here are some versions that are currently on the market. I for one think this is a great investment piece. Pretty much can be worn year round; it can be worn casual with jeans, it can be worn with fun dresses like Steffy here, it can be worn with work separates like a skinny black pant, and it could be worn more for evening of course (think a sequined tank). Just find the right style that fits your body type. Here are a couple:
Purchase Opportunity 1

Available at Piperlime: BB Dakota Leather Trim Blazer, $119
Purchase Opportunity 2

Available at Rag & Bone: Rag & Bone Tuxedo Blazer, $595

Taylor – Silk T (8.20.12)

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Look: Taylor - Silk T (8.20.12)
Simple but elegant don’t you think? I generally like Taylor in a less is more kind of look (and by less I mean not too busy or over accessorized). I like this with the straight leg white pants. It would also look great with a navy pencil skirt and navy ankle strap heels. I am pretty sure that The Real Deal is by 3.1 Philip Lim, but not in this pink tone anymore (in pretty much every other color).
Purchase Opportunity 1

Available at Farfetch.com: 3.1 Philip Lim Muscle T, $198
Purchase Opportunity 2

Available at Dillards: Eileen Fischer silk-cotton T, $108